Parkinsons Treatment In Knoxville

Regain Balance, Confidence & Mobility with Parkinson’s Physical Therapy

Living with Parkinson’s disease can make walking, balance, and everyday activities feel harder. The good news? Specialized physical therapy helps slow progression, improve mobility, and reduce the risk of falls.

At Marino Physiotherapy in Knoxville, our therapists deliver Parkinson’s-specific treatment programs, including LSVT BIG therapy, gait training, and fall-prevention strategies, so you can stay active and independent.

Why Choose Parkinson’s Therapy in Knoxville at Marino Physiotherapy?

Local expertise: Serving Knoxville with one-on-one, personalized sessions.

Specialized training: Our therapists are skilled in neurological rehabilitation and evidence-based Parkinson’s programs.

Whole-person care: We focus on your goals, whether that’s walking confidently in your neighborhood, dancing at a family wedding, or keeping up with daily tasks.

Community connection: We work closely with Knoxville neurologists, support groups, and families to provide coordinated care.

We’re proud to be one of Knoxville’s most highly rated physical therapy clinics, with a 5-star Google rating, a 5-star Facebook rating, and over 135 five-star reviews from Knoxville residents.

How Physical Therapy Helps Parkinson’s in Knoxville

Physical therapy addresses the motor and balance challenges caused by Parkinson’s disease. At Marino Physiotherapy, your treatment plan may include:

LSVT BIG Therapy: A Parkinson’s-specific program that retrains your body to move with larger, more confident motions, improving daily activities like walking, standing, and turning.

External Cueing: Visual, rhythmic, or auditory cues that help overcome freezing episodes and restore fluid movement.

Balance and Gait Training: Targeted drills to improve reactions, stability, and confidence on your feet.

Strength and Flexibility Exercises: Reduce rigidity, improve posture, and maintain independence over the long term.

Functional Mobility Practice: Sit-to-stand transitions, walking with turns, stair climbing, and other real-world movement patterns.

Vestibular Therapy: For patients experiencing dizziness or spatial disorientation alongside Parkinson’s symptoms, vestibular therapy can be an important part of the care plan.

Home Programs: Easy-to-follow routines so progress continues between clinic visits.

Parkinson’s Symptoms Physical Therapy Can Address

Shuffling gait or freezing when walking, stooped posture or loss of balance, tremors, stiffness, or slowed movement, difficulty rising from a chair or turning, and dizziness or postural instability are all areas our team targets. Parkinson’s can also contribute to chronic pain through muscle rigidity and compensatory movement patterns, which we address as part of a complete care plan.

Meet Your Therapist: Dr. Ashley Dziendziel, PT, DPT, BS Exercise Science, COMT

Ashley combines her background as a Division I Track and Field athlete with advanced training in manual therapy and neurological rehab. She holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a BS in Exercise Science, her COMT certification, and has been a NASM Certified Personal Trainer for seven years. She is currently pursuing fellowship training in orthopedic manual therapy.

Ashley is passionate about helping individuals with Parkinson’s reclaim movement, independence, and confidence through research-backed, personalized treatment.

FAQs About Parkinson’s Treatment in Knoxville

What is the best treatment for Parkinson’s in Knoxville?
Many patients benefit from a combination of medication prescribed by neurologists and specialized LSVT BIG therapy at Marino Physiotherapy. This approach improves balance, gait, and independence.

Does physical therapy really help Parkinson’s disease?
Yes. Research shows that physical therapy improves walking, reduces fall risk, and slows mobility decline in people with Parkinson’s. Therapists use movement-based exercises, balance training, and cueing strategies to help patients stay independent longer.

Where can I get LSVT BIG therapy in Knoxville?
Marino Physiotherapy offers LSVT BIG therapy in Knoxville, TN. This program retrains your body to move with larger, more confident motions, improving daily activities like walking, standing, and turning.

How early should someone with Parkinson’s start physical therapy?
It’s best to begin physical therapy as soon as possible after diagnosis. Early intervention helps delay progression, builds confidence, and establishes good exercise habits that protect long-term mobility.

Can Parkinson’s therapy reduce freezing episodes when walking?
Yes. Therapists use external cueing strategies such as rhythmic counting, music, or laser guides to help patients overcome freezing episodes. Our Balance and Gait Center is specifically equipped to address these challenges.

Is Parkinson’s related to balance disorders?
Yes. Balance impairment is one of the most common and dangerous Parkinson’s symptoms. Our team combines vestibular therapy and gait training to reduce fall risk and improve spatial awareness.

Related Conditions We Treat

Many of our Parkinson’s patients also receive care for related conditions, including chronic pain, back pain and spine conditions, and hip and knee pain caused by movement changes and muscle rigidity.

Take the Next Step Toward Independence

Don’t let Parkinson’s control your movement. Our Knoxville-based physical therapists are here to help you stay active, reduce fall risk, and move with confidence. Contact us today to schedule your Parkinson’s evaluation at Marino Physiotherapy in Knoxville, TN.